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F12 DDD

2007 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

191,185 mi
Last recorded191,185 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 BMW 520110,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF12 DDD
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 191,185 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 185,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 180,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 175,443 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 170,686 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 164,728 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 160,663 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 160,663 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 157,261 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 155,720 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 148,001 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 137,066 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 126,631 miles

front and rear anti-roll bars slightly corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2013 116,491 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 109,325 miles

o/s/f tyre side wall repairs..rattle from exhaust

Pass 2 Sep 2011 95,316 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 49,394 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 49,394 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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F12 DDD is a 2007 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 110,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F12 DDD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 520 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F12 DDD registered?

F12 DDD is a 2007 BMW 520, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is F12 DDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F12 DDD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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